a to z of alcohol : i

Illusion Distortion in perception of a stimulus, in contrast to an hallucination which has no basis in external stimulation.

Inebriate 1. Drunk. 2. A drunkard. Inebriated Drunk.

Inebriation Drunkenness.

Inebriety 1. Drunkenness 2. Habitual alcohol intoxication.

Intemperance Drunkenness.

Intemperate Regular and excessive consumption of alcohol.

Intoxication An altered state of consciousness caused by alcohol and resulting in a diminished capacity to function.

Irish Coffee Coffee to which whiskey has been added.

Irish Whiskey Characteristic Irish liquor made by curing barley with charcoal and triple distilling.